James Frenchie Jr. brings slot-speed upside and special-teams value to Illinois
In the 2020 season, James Frenchie Jr. was a true freshman at Illinois who saw action in five games and primarily contributed on special teams, including as a punt returner, while his high-school résumé showed four-star upside, multi-phase playmaking, and big all-purpose production. He stands out for quickness, versatility, and return ability rather than volume stats, and his background suggests a player who can stress defenses in space if given a clean fit. The catch: his college production has been limited, so he profiles more as a developmental weapon than a finished featured receiver.
